Film adaptation of Anisul Hoque’s ‘Hridita’ sets off

The shooting of “Hridita”, based on eminent writer Anisul Hoque’s novel of the same name, started on November 10, 2020, at Uttara. The film, starring A B M Sumon and Puja Cherry in the lead roles, is directed by Ispahani-Arif Jahan.
11 November 2020, 07:10 AM

Shafiqul Islam’s birth anniversary today

Professor Mohammad Shafiqul Islam remains a pioneering figure in the field of fine art both home and abroad. With his mystical strokes, and life-like expressions, the maestro remains as one of the trendsetters in redefining the history of Asian art. Today marks the 76th birth anniversary of the artist.
11 November 2020, 06:54 AM

Jewel Aich in ICU

Freedom fighter and Ekushey Padak-winning magician Jewel Aich, who recently contracted Covid-19, is being treated at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in the capital. His wife Bipasha Aich and daughter Kheya Aich recently recovered from Covid-19.
11 November 2020, 05:10 AM

BokroRekha releases 'Bhangon Gorar Gaan'

Rock band BokroRekha has released a new single titled 'Bhangon Gorar Gaan'. Written and sung by lead vocalist Muiz Mahfuz, the song features Sanjay, Shopon Hossain, Rezwan Sazzad, Syed Reza Ali and Naim-Ul Hasan. The song was published under the banner of G-Series.
10 November 2020, 07:55 AM

Farooki in the Official Competition Jury at 24th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival

Eminent Bangladeshi film director Mostofa Sarwar Farooki is one of the five Official Competition Jury members at the 24th edition of Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF), set to take place from Nov 13 to Nov 29 in Estonia.
10 November 2020, 07:23 AM

"Biography of Nazrul" to release on November 20

A documentary film on National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, titled "Biography of Nazrul", will be released on November 20. The premier show will be held at Blockbuster Cinemas, Jamuna Future Park at 6 pm.
9 November 2020, 13:20 PM

Shooting of 'Lal Moroger Jhuti' concludes

The government granted movie “Lal Moroger Jhuti” wrapped up filming recently.
9 November 2020, 12:56 PM

Shooting of 'Lal Moroger Jhuti' concludes

The government granted movie “Lal Moroger Jhuti” wrapped up filming recently.
9 November 2020, 12:56 PM

Amir Khan turns director for Shah Rukh Khan’s cameo in ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’

Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly shot for his cameo in Aamir Khan’s next film “Laal Singh Chaddha”, in Delhi. According to media reports, Aamir and Shah Rukh Khan had a blast on the sets with Aamir calling the shots for all scenes featuring Shah Rukh.
9 November 2020, 10:33 AM

Konal and Imran lend their voices to Sabina Yasmin’s composition

Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin has voiced more than four thousand songs in her career, among which many are timeless hits.
9 November 2020, 09:46 AM

BTS, Lady Gaga win top awards at MTV Europe Music Awards

The South Korean pop group BTS won a leading four awards, including best song for “Dynamite” and best group at the MTV Europe Music Awards Sunday night, while Lady Gaga took the best artist prize. BTS also picked up best fans and best virtual live for Bang Bang Con.
9 November 2020, 05:58 AM

BTS, Lady Gaga win top awards at MTV Europe Music Awards

The South Korean pop group BTS won a leading four awards, including best song for “Dynamite” and best group at the MTV Europe Music Awards Sunday night, while Lady Gaga took the best artist prize. BTS also picked up best fans and best virtual live for Bang Bang Con.
9 November 2020, 05:58 AM

Japanese documentary ‘’Tagore Songs’’ screened virtually

A Japanese documentary named ‘’Tagore Songs’’ has been screened recently at the Embassy of Japan here.
9 November 2020, 05:39 AM

'Jeopardy!' game show host Alex Trebek dies at 80

“Jeopardy!” game show host Alex Trebek died on Sunday at the age of 80, and his passing was mourned by fans who called the brainy quizmaster a nightly source of information and sheer joy.
9 November 2020, 05:24 AM

Minerva makes a comeback with ‘Doitto’

Popular rock band Minerva last graced the audio industry with their debut album, ‘Biday Shongbidhan’ in 2013. After a long gap, the heavy metal band recently released their latest single, ‘Doitto’. The song, reflecting a revolt against the norm and taboo of the society, was released on the band’s YouTube channel with a full-fledged music video. The song, written by Taskin Ali, is mixed, mastered and produced by the band’s guitarist, Sultan Rafsan Khan. ‘Doitto’ is also available to stream exclusively on the GAAN app.
8 November 2020, 14:52 PM

Group exhibition ‘Art In Isolation’ underway at Kala Kendra

The group art exhibition, titled Art In Isolation was inaugurated recently at Kala Kendra. The exhibition features artworks by aspiring young artists Mohammad Rabin, Ripan Chandra Banik, Ramit Hasan, Shimul Ruram and Sajib Sen.
8 November 2020, 10:46 AM

A new Pritom Hasan on the horizon

From ‘Esho Mama Hey’ to ‘Kababer Haddi’, Pritom Hasan’s journey in the music industry has been an unprecedented success. Behind it, however, is the willingness to work day and night – researching, honing and improving his craft. We catch up with the young music director, where he talks about his journey, future plans and more.
6 November 2020, 18:00 PM

‘Art Against Corona’ underway at Shilpakala

A month-long art exhibition, titled Art Against Corona, is underway at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA). A K Abdul Momen, Honourable Minister for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, inaugurated the exhibition as the chief guest at the National Gallery Auditorium of the academy on October 27.
6 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Remembering legendary artist Mubinul Azim

The modern art movement in Bangladesh, which started in the early 20th century, gave birth to multiple pioneering artists, gaining Bangladeshi art international recognition. One of the pioneers of modern art in Bangladesh, Mubinul Azim, enriched the Bangladeshi art scenario through his brilliant creations, along with other pioneering legends.
6 November 2020, 18:00 PM

Mainkar Chipay

ZEE5 Global recently announced their first four web originals from Bangladesh. One of them is the Abrar Athar directorial “Mainkar Chipay”.
6 November 2020, 18:00 PM